The Oceanaire is mixing up a signature cocktail that both singles and couples will swoon over. The Flight ($16) is crafted with vodka, Grand Marnier, strawberry cordial, fresh lime juice, edible glitter and Prosecco. 400 J St., San Diego. (619) 858-2277. theoceanaire.com

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Toast to Valentine's Day with your special someone at Top of the Hyatt.

Toast to Valentine's Day with your special someone at Top of the Hyatt. (Courtesy photo)

Take your romance 40 stories above San Diego Bay at Top of the Hyatt. Thesky lounge will offer two sweet and sparkling Valentine’s Day cocktail specials: Love Potion #9 is made with gin, Aperol, strawberry jam mix and a dash of fresh lemon juice ($16); and “Cherry” Amour Old Fashioned ($18), is made with High West Rye, Luxardo cherry sauce, Angostura bitters and Luxardo cherries. 1 Market Place, San Diego. topofthehyatt.com

Patisserie Melanie is celebrating its one-year anniversary on Valentine’s Day. In addition to its daily offerings, both occasions will be marked with four days of sweets and specials. Wednesday-Feb. 16. 3788 Park Blvd., Suite 4, San Diego. (619) 677-2132. patisseriemelanie.com

Extraordinary Desserts is offering two Valentine’s Day treats for those looking for an alternative to chocolate without losing the decadent flavor. The Individual Guava Cheesecake ($13.50) is a creamy cheesecake marbled with guava jam on a coconut graham cracker crust, finished with a guava gelee and toasted coconut. The Strawberry Creme Brulee Tart ($12) is strawberry cremeuse and fresh strawberries that surround the vanilla-bean creme brulee nestled on a baked raspberry almond tart. 2929 Fifth Ave., San Diego. (619) 294-2132, and 1430 Union St., San Diego. (619) 294-7001. extraordinarydesserts.com

The Chocolate Lounge at Theatre Box San Diego will offer 21-and-over romantics a pairing of Champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries. For $49, couples can share a bottle of Santa Margherita Sparkling Rosé and four strawberries hand-dipped in French milk chocolate. 701 Fifth Ave., San Diego. (619) 814-2225. theatrebox.com/chocolate-lounge-2

Casual dining

Bub’s @ the Ballpark in East Village will host its fifth annual Valentine’s Day Doggie Brunch featuring a special menu for pups, Bloody Mary bar, raffles and prizes. Looking for a four-legged love match? Rescue dogs will be available for adoption, benefiting Second Chance Dog Rescue San Diego. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. 715 J St., San Diego. (619) 546-0815. bubssandiego.comevents/valentines-day-doggie-brunch

Woodstock’s Pizza in Pacific Beach and near San Diego State University will express the love this Valentine’s Day with heart-shaped cinnabreads ($5.25) smothered with brown sugar, cinnamon and icing, and topped with items like fresh strawberries, blueberries or a warm Nutella drizzle. 1221 Garnet Ave., San Diego and 6145 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego. woodstocksca.com

Harumama will celebrate Valentine’s Day with a heart-shaped version of its signature character buns, each filled with chocolate. Available through Feb. 14. 1901 Columbia St., Little Italy, and 2958 Madison St., Carlsbad. $7.95 for two buns. harumamasd.com

Coaster Saloon is shaking up date night with $7 craft cocktails for its Coaster Over Cupid special menu created with the anti-romance crowd in mind. Try the Stupid Cupid, a concoction of Benchmark Bourbon, Bols Elderflower, lemon juice, simple syrup and Wycliff, or The Other Girl, an Aperol and gin cocktail with watermelon. Coaster Saloon is also offering a half rack of spare ribs for $13.99 or a full rack for $19.99. 744 Ventura Place, Mission Beach. (858) 488.4438. cohnrestaurants.com/coastersaloon

Corvette Dineroffers a night of burgers, ice cream sundaes and a whole lot of family fun. The Sweetheart Dinner for Two starts with sparkling cider and includes the choice of two entrées, including the Brenda Burger with bacon and Sophia Loren Spaghetti and Meatballs, and a shareable dessert, plus two $5 Gamers Garage arcade cards. Kid’s meals are also available as part of the special. 2965 Historic Decatur Road, Liberty Station. cohnrestaurants.com/corvettediner

It’s all about puppy love at Mavericks Beach Club, which is why its hosting “I’d Rather Date My Dog” on Valentine’s Day. Hosted by Tito’s Vodka, there will be lots of fun for both humans and pooches, including drink specials, giveaways and treats. Be sure to wear your bow ties or tuxedos because awards will be given to best dressed “couple.” 860 Garnet Ave., San Diego. (858) 999-0348. maverickssd.com

The Haven Pizzeria will offer a three-course meal for two that includes a house salad or an order of Haven twists, a 14-inch specialty pizza of your choice and a ice cream cookie or dessert twists. A bottle of house red or white wine will accompany the meal. 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. 4051 Adams Ave., San Diego. $50. (619) 281-1904. thehavenpizzeria.com

All Tajima eateries (Kearny Mesa, Hillcrest, East Village, North Park) will serve couples any two ramen dishes on the menu along with two fountain drinks or one hot sake and mochi (Japanese rice cake) ice cream. 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. $25 per couple. tajimasandiego.com

BluewaterGrill Carlsbad and Bluewater Boathouse Seafood Grill will host “From Europe with Love” featuring countries that wrote the book on love — France and Italy. Borrowing from the European tradition of linking romance with food, Bluewater chefs will serve special versions of French bouillabaisse and Italian cioppino (fish stew), followed by a split of chocolate lava cake or key lime pie paired with Domaine Ste. Michelle Brut or hand-selected French and Italian wines. 417 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, (760) 730-3474, and 1701 Strand Way, Coronado, (619) 435-0155. $40 with wine pairing Tuesday only; $40 same menu without Champagne and wine pairing Wednesday through Feb. 28. bluewatergrill.com

Mister A’s will serve a four-course dinner that includes a shareable starter for two and distinct dishes like oven-roasted lamb loin, poached Maine lobster or Wagyu-aged New York steak. Wednesday-Feb. 17. 2550 Fifth Ave., San Diego. $145 per person; $55 per person for wine pairings. (619) 239-1377. opentable.com

Kairoa in University Heights will offer a prix fixe Valentine’s Day menu for couples with differing diets. The dinner will feature one vegan and one non-vegan item per course. 4601 Park Blvd., San Diego. $40 per person; $20 additional wine pairing of Vinho Verde. (619) 295 1355. kairoa.com

Argyle Steakhouse will offer all the favorite cuts of steaks, including prime tenderloin and prime New York along with other options for the non-steak fans in a prix fixe menu. Aviara Golf Club, 7447 Batiquitos Drive, Carlsbad.(760) 603-6908. argylesteakhouse.com

Union Kitchen & Tap Gaslamp will offer a Valentine’s Day menu priced at $60 per couple along with live acoustic music from 7 to 10 p.m. After dinner, sing a song to your love during Broken Hearts karaoke from 10 p.m. to close or have a nightcap at the Late Night Social Hour with half-off cocktails, beer and wine from 10 p.m. to close. 333 Fifth Ave., San Diego. (619) 795-9463. gaslampunion.com

The Patio on Goldfinch in Mission Hills will offer main course choices like braised pork belly with a glass of French Cahors wine or the local catch of the day with a glass of Sonoma County chardonnay. Feb.14-17. 4020 Goldfinch St., San Diego. 619-501-5090. thepatioongoldfinch.com

The Patio on Lamont in Pacific Beach will offer appetizers like loup de mer (European sea bass) in a caviar butter sauce paired with Sonoma County chardonnay, and entree options like New York steak topped with uni butter, chive and creme fraiche pommes puree. Feb. 14-17. 4445 Lamont St., San Diego. (619) 412-4648. thepatioonlamont.com

The coastal-chic eatery The Patio on 101 will warm your heart on Valentine’s Day with butternut squash soup and chardonnay or Moroccan beef tartare with a pinot noir from Oregon. Then, dive into a bowl of linguini and clams paired with an Italian Grillo or cocoa-braised short ribs with a Syrah from Tuscany. Feb. 14-17. 345 S. Coast Highway 101, Encinitas. (760) 209-1274. thepatio101.com

Viewpoint Brewing Company will host a special beer dinner open to singles and couples. Four courses and an amuse-bouche will be paired with house-brewed beers. The dog-friendly patio will be open and will serve from its regular menu. Heart-shaped dog treats will be passed out to all furry four-legged dates. 2201 San Dieguito Drive, Del Mar. $75 per person. Email Kb@viewpointbrewing.com to reserve a seat or two.

Mille Fleurs’ four-course menu begins with a shareable dish, including a choice of either caviar with a buckwheat waffle or black truffle pasta, followed by your choice of starter, entree and dessert. 6009 Paseo Delicias, Rancho Santa Fe. $145 per person. (858) 756-3085. opentable.com

Meze Greek Fusion will offer a choice between several main dishes, including chicken souvlaki, grilled Greek kabob served with basmati rice, sautéed vegetables and tzatziki or lamb shank marinated in Greek spices, topped with tomato-garlic sauce and served with a side of asparagus and mashed potatoes. 345 Sixth Ave., Gaslamp Quarter. $80 per couple. (619) 550-1600. gaslampmeze.com

Monzu Fresh Pasta in East Village will serve a three-course menu that includes smoked salmon and dried cranberries salad; choice of shrimp ravioli and pink sauce or spicy nduja pici (pasta) and a dark chili-chocolate raspberry cake. Italian and California wines will also be available by the glass or bottle. Monzu’s regular menu will also be available a la carte. 455 10th Ave., San Diego. $45 per person, plus tax and gratuity. (619) 255-5032. Email info@monzufreshpasta.com

Tahona‘s four-course dinner with mezcal pairings includes Spanish music by guitarist Augustin El Moro. An assortment of specialty cocktails designed to complement the Valentine’s Day menu will also be offered. Two seatings: 6 p.m. or 8 p.m. 2414 San Diego Ave., San Diego. $75 per person. opentable.com

In addition to its full menu, Sugar Factory American Brasserie will offer a 21-and-over prix fixe dinner for two. The shareable menu starts with bruschetta, followed by a choice of lobster bisque, burrata and tomato or shrimp cocktail. Entree options range from pan-roasted salmon to Black Angus filet mignon. End your meal with red velvet fondue or chocolate-covered strawberries. Theatre Box San Diego, 701 Fifth Ave., San Diego. $79 per couple. (619) 814-2225. theatrebox.com/sugar-factory-american-brasserie

Couples who dine at The Westgate Hotel will have the option to taste and share a little bit of everything in executive chef Fabrice Hardel’s four-course prix fixe menu. Favorites include the Black Angus beef tenderloin with Brussel sprouts, oyster mushroom and Rossini sauce; and Baja striped bass with zucchini tagliatelle, fava bean and Parmesan gnocchi. Grand Marnier creme brulee topped with orange Valrhona cocoa sorbet will end your dinner on a sweet note. 5 to 9 p.m. 1055 Second Ave., San Diego. Dinner pricing starts at $89 per person, tax and gratuity not included. (619) 238-1818. westgatehotel.com

Casa de Bandini at The Forum Carlsbad will serve a three-course dinner with your choice of entree: Mariscos de Corazon, two large roasted peppers filled with sautéed shrimp and crab and topped with serrano chiles; Pollo Valentino, butterflied chicken breast broiled on an open flame and served with chipotle mashed potatoes and black beans; or Carne Asada Tampiqueña, flame-grilled carne asada topped with a mild California chile and grilled onions. For $9.95, guests can order a Margarita Valentina, crafted with Casa Noble Tequila, triple sec and sweet and sour blended with passion fruit puree. 1901 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad. $29. (760) 634-3443. casadebandini.com

Amici’s Ristobar at The Village at Pacific Highlands Ranch will offer a unique three-course Valentine’s Day menu and special Champagne offers all night long. Seating is limited. 13490 Pacific Highlands Ranch Parkway, Suite 106, San Diego. $49.99 per person. amicisristobar.com

Pechanga Buffet: Guests will find an array of cuisine, including American, Italian, Asian, Mexican and an extensive selection of freshly made desserts. 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. $45.99 per adult; $22.99 per child.